Warning, our review of the Ford Ranger SuperCab Wildtrak 4×4 is not your typical road-test fare. As regular readers know, we’ve driven almost every Ranger iteration available in South Africa. So, we’ve covered the mechanical prowess of the locally built bakkie extensively. However, unbelievably, one model we were yet to sample was the SuperCab. Also […] More
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has voted to cut interest rates by 25 basis points in a decision that brought welcome relief to those South Africans in debt. The repo rate now stands at 6.75% while the prime lending rate is 10.25%. Governor Lesetja Kganyago announced the decision at a press briefing on Thursday. The SARB’s Monetary […] More
The global fintech giant has also appointed respected veteran banker Gaby Magomola as chair of its local business. The move signals Revolut’s intent to become a major player in one of Africa’s most competitive and closely-watched banking markets. Who are Revolut? Revolut, is a global financial technology company headquartered in London. It was founded in […] More
From the scrappy metal shacks packed tightly on the banks of the Jukskei river, the sparkly skyline of Johannesburg’s richest neighbourhood less than two miles away was another world. Bags of refuse for sale to recycling companies lined a muddy path to a vegetable garden tended by residents of the informal settlement at the foot […] More
South Africans preparing for the festive season may need to temper their holiday cheer, with early indicators pointing to a massive fuel price hike in December. While December is usually a time of giving, travel and celebration, motorists will soon be forced to dig deeper into their pockets as petrol and diesel prices appear set […] More
Leaders of the world’s largest economies will meet in Johannesburg on 22 and 23 November for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, the first of its kind in Africa. Here are five things to know about the annual meeting, which is taking place at a time of heightened global instability and tensions between Pretoria and Washington. First […] More
According to reports, Pep Bank is poised to disrupt the zero-fee banking sector in South Africa. Pep is currently Southern Africa’s largest retailer of clothing and mobile phones. However, its latest plan is to open bank branches using its long-established foothold of 6 000 stores nationwide. Pep Bank – if it were to go by that […] More
National Treasury has encouraged taxpayers, tax practitioners and members of the public to submit technical tax proposals to be considered for possible inclusion in the 2026 Budget Review. The technical tax proposals requested in this invitation must be limited to unintended anomalies, revenue leakages, loopholes and technical matters applicable to the current tax legislation that […] More
South Africa’s annual consumer inflation climbed to 3.6% in October, up from 3.4% in September, marking the highest reading since September 2024, when inflation reached 3.8%. Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported that the consumer price index (CPI) increased by 0.1% month-on-month. Mixed category performance as some costs heat up The rise was driven largely […] More
Have you ever spotted a dream product on Amazon or another international store, only to find out they don’t ship to South Africa? That’s where Postbox Courier can help. Postbox Courier lets you shop from major overseas retailers and receive your orders directly at your home in South Africa. Here’s how it works: Sign up […] More
Amendments to South Africa’s paid leave parental laws were widely celebrated last month (October 2025). In the eyes of the Constitutional Court, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) unfairly discriminated against men who did receive paid leave in the event of a newborn baby in the home. As such, the court introduced new paid […] More
South Africans are people who rise early, work late, and keep pushing forward all year round. This year, recognising that December is more than a holiday and a reward for the whole family, MTN is launching its ‘Do Not Disturb’ summer campaign, with special summer deals and prizes guaranteed to keep everyone connected. “MTN recognises […] More
